How Do You Finish The Edges Of A Melamine Sheet?
Melamine sheets are a good choice for building shelves and cabinets if you desire a durable finish with a water resistant surface. Melamine sheets are usually constructed by covering particle board or multi-density fiber board (MDF) with a thin layer of melamine sheeting. The edges of melamine sheets are exposed particle board or MDF, and neither surface takes painting well. Even with sanding and priming, painted particle board and MDF will not have the same sheen as the melamine layer. To keep visible edges from appearing different than the rest of the sheet, you should install edgebanding. Step 1 Select edgebanding that matches the melamine finish on the sheet. The edgebanding should be the same width as the edge you need to cover on the sheet. Edgebanding comes in rolls, like tape, and can be purchased at home improvement stores. Step 2 Measure the edge to be covered and cut a length of edgebanding 1/2 inch longer than the measured area. Step 3 Place one end of the edgebanding at th
